Having observed the voting process in five Administrative Regions at over 250 Polling Places for Local Government Elections (LGE), the Ethnic Relations Commission, (ERC) yesterday said that it found it to be free, fair, transparent and conducted in an atmosphere of peace.
In a statement, the Commission said it would like to commend Polling Day staff of the Guyana Elections Commission, (GECOM), for the professional execution of their duties and the resulting efficiency of the process.
The ERC said it is thankful for the “exemplary conduct” displayed by polling agents from all sides, and police officers for their security role in ensuring smooth voting.
The Commission also commended citizens for their participation in the incident-free poll.
The ERC said it remains resolute that credible LGE elections is vital for the benefit of citizens and eventual transformation of communities through local democracy – in the regions, villages and towns.
The ERC said it fielded an observer team of more than 50 members for Regions 3, 4, 5, 6 and 10.
